Mrigasira (23.20 Taurus-6.40 Gemini) is ruled by Soma, the Moon god who personifies the immortal nectar. Mrigasira is the initiator of Martian energy who is represented in the celestial firmament by a bright star and 3 relatively paler stars in the constellation Orion. Mrigasira can be translated as the ‘deer head’ due to the shape that this constellation forms. The other names for this nakshatra are Saumya which means ‘benevolent’, Chandra or Udupa which mean moon, and Arghayani or ‘commencement of the year’.
All kinds of artists; singers, musicians, linguists, poets, painters; writers, thinkers; romantic novelists; dealers in earth products, gemstone dealers; people in the garment and textile industries; trendsetters, fashion designers; veterinarians; professions dealing with pet animals; gardeners, farmers, landscapers; advertising agencies, salespersons; real estate developers; forestry workers; navigators, map workers; cartographers; explorers; travelers; psychics, astrologers; teachers especially those who deal with beginners; clerks, artisans and commentators. Gana: Mrigasira is a ‘deva’/divine nakshatra that identifies with the astral rather than human plane, which makes Mrigasira a refined constellation.
Mrigasira natives should worship Parvati and the Moon. They should also chant the root mantra “Om Em” 108 times during the lunar transition of this nakshatra to alleviate afflictions. Wearing bright colors is also recommended. All important actions should correspond to the course of this constellation for best results.